Tulipa Apricona (Triumph Tulip)
Tulip ‘Apricona’ is a lovely sight in the garden with its large, rose pink flowers, 3-4 in. (7-10 cm), adorned with a touch of lavender when they open, maturing to the softest pink with mellow orange highlights. Blooming in early – mid spring, this acclaimed member of the Triumph Tulips group is perfect for beds and borders, containers, and pretty in a vase.
Tulip 'Apricona' is a lovely sight in the garden with its large, rose pink flowers, 3-4 in. (7-10 cm), adorned with a touch of lavender when they open, maturing to the softest pink with mellow orange highlights. Blooming in early – mid-spring, this acclaimed member of the Triumph Tulips group is perfect for beds and borders, containers and pretty in a vase.
- Growing up to 16 inches tall (40 cm), this tulip creates dazzling harmonies with other flowering bulbs.
- Performs best in full sun in rich, fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Prefers areas with cool winters and warm, dry summers.
- Easy to grow, this tulip is a welcomed addition to beds, borders, and containers. For best visual impact, plant in groups (at least 10 to 15 bulbs) or mixed with any other flowering bulbs. Excellent as cut flowers!
- To be planted in fall.
- All parts may cause severe discomfort following ingestion and may cause an allergic skin reaction. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 3 – 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1 – 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs |
| Plant Family | Tulipa – Tulips |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid) |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 5" (12cm) |
| Spacing | 5″ (12cm) |
| Depth | 6" (15cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |